Turkish government has expressed its sympathy to Nigeria government following a devastating flood that hit Mokwa and surrounding environs in Niger State. This was contained in a statement released on Sunday by the Turkish Ministry of Foreign Affairs conveying its condolences to the Nigerian government and the families of those affected by the disaster.
The statement expressed grief over the numbers of lives lost and extensive damage incurred as the result of the flooding in the Mokwa region.
“We are deeply saddened by the loss of lives and destruction caused by the devastating floods in the Mokwa region of Niger State, Nigeria.
“We extend our condolences to the families of those who lost their lives and to the people of Nigeria,” the statement added.
Responding to the disaster, President Bola Tinubu had on Saturday dispatched a high-level delegation to Niger State to assess the situation and support relief efforts.
According to figures released by the Niger State Government, at least 151 people have been confirmed dead while over 3,000 residents have been displaced.
The floods have also destroyed over 260 homes, township roads, and major bridges in Mokwa and Raba, compounding the humanitarian crisis in the area.